This Little Light of Mine with Eartha Sims

In this heartfelt and spirit-filled inaugural episode of The Vision TV Show, co-hosts Destiny Yarbrough, Dr. Alveda King, Day Gardner, and Katie Holmes introduce the show's purpose: to offer not just a worldly perspective, but a Christ-centered vision for life, culture, and calling. The program opens with Matthew 5:14–16, emphasizing the idea that believers are called to be “the light of the world,” a central theme reinforced through the children’s rendition of "This Little Light of Mine", led by guest Eartha Sims. Sims, a Christian entertainer and youth mentor, shares her passion for working with young people—especially girls—encouraging them to honor God, recognize their worth, and stand strong despite challenges in today’s culture.

The panel reflects on the show's journey from a long-held dream to a reality, birthed from a desire to bring biblical truth back into media spaces often saturated with secular messages. Alveda King recalls the original inspiration behind creating a God-centered show, and how they saw it as a way of claiming spiritual territory in the media—“airwaves”—for Christ.

Sims discusses the importance of teaching girls both practical etiquette and spiritual strength, noting how young women are often the most vulnerable and need the truth spoken to them with love. She recounts moments during the recording of the "Nia Song" when she calmed the children with breathing exercises and vocal warm-ups, using gentle encouragement to guide them. The song itself, “Nia,” which means “purpose” in both Swahili and Welsh, reinforces the show’s message about living with intention, vision, and divine guidance.

The discussion shifts to personal testimonies as the hosts share how God has revealed visions in their lives. Katie Holmes speaks about prophetic dreams passed down from her mother, which protected and directed them, while Day Gardner reflects on the tension between ministry and family responsibilities. Together, they affirm the role of generational blessings and the importance of instilling godly values in children and grandchildren.

Throughout the episode, each host offers wisdom to the next generation on discovering and protecting their God-given vision. Alveda King invokes her grandfather, Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr., who used to say, “Make it plain,” reinforcing the biblical principle from Habakkuk 2:2. Eartha Sims stresses the value of truth, respect for elders, and the consequences of our choices in shaping vision. Katie Holmes emphasizes the Bible as the ultimate manual for life, encouraging young people to seek answers in Scripture and prayer.

Destiny Yarbrough shares four key steps to living out a God-given vision: dare to dream, define the dream, declare the dream, and defend the dream. She ties this to biblical prophecy, referencing Joel and Amos, and the importance of entering the open doors God provides in this season. The group discusses how vision gives clarity during uncertain times and how it must be aligned with Scripture to ensure it's truly from God.

The episode concludes with a powerful reminder that God’s vision is always better than our own plans. The hosts testify to the necessity of daily spiritual maturity, letting go of personal agendas, and surrendering to God’s will. Through prayer, music, and vulnerable storytelling, The Vision TV Show encourages viewers to embrace their divine purpose and walk boldly in their calling, reaffirming the show’s tagline: “The world has a view, but God has The Vision.”